|
|||
|
The Courtyard at University College Cork There are many reasons students choose to take a gap year. Some want to improve their foreign language skills, while others are looking to discover their heritage. For some, it’s a combination of several reasons. Regardless of why you decide to study abroad, the experiences you’ll undergo are [...] Believe it or not, the fall semester is coming to a close (I know, I know–when did that happen?!). After spending several months in a foreign country, living with a host family, studying in a new school, and traveling to a bunch of new places, you’ll probably have a lot you want to tell your [...] When looking at prospective universities and/or when you start college, be sure to talk to your advisor about your interest in studying abroad, visit the school’s study abroad office to learn about the study abroad process and options, and get started on your study abroad plans early! Most students start thinking about getting [...] Whether you realize it or not, you developed new strengths and skills as a result of your experience abroad! Keep in mind that what you learned abroad will help you in your personally, academically, and professionally! You can read an article about how to market your international experience at: http://www.abroadview.org/avmag/2008fall_larsson.htm And consult [...] Here’s a funny video about how one can appear to friends and family after returning home from a program abroad! http://www.atom.com/funny_videos/las_ramblas/ Sometimes there are psychological, social and cultural aspects of returning home that can be difficult, often because they are unanticipated. The following list was generated from interviews with students like you who have been through the experience and survived nicely! They offer the following thoughts for your consideration in the hope that they [...] Now that you’re back, one way to remember key parts of your time abroad is to ask yourself some focused questions. Click on the link below for a list of questions about your experience abroad this summer! http://www.academicintl.com/downloads/25_questions.pdf And here’s some helpful feedback from former students and what returning to the U.S. was like [...] |
|||
|
Copyright © 2012 Aspire by API Blog - All Rights Reserved |
|||
